Geum Sunrise 1L

Geum ‘Sunrise’ Plant Description:

Common Name: Sunrise Avens
Scientific Name: Geum ‘Sunrise’
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Appearance:

Habit: Clump-forming with a mounding growth habit.
Size: Typically reaches a height of 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) with a similar spread.
Foliage:

Leaves: Pinnately divided, green foliage.
Texture: Soft, fern-like leaves provide a delicate appearance.
Flowers:

Bloom Time: Spring to early summer.
Flower Form: Semi-double to double flowers with a distinctive, fringed edge.
Color: Bright and cheerful, with shades of yellow, orange, or peach, contributing to the ‘Sunrise’ name.
Sun Requirements:

Light: Full sun to partial shade. Prefers more sunlight for optimal flowering.
Soil and Moisture:

Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil.
Moisture: Requires regular watering, maintaining consistently moist but not waterlogged soil.
Hardiness Zones:

Hardy: Suited for USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9.
Landscaping Uses:

Borders: Ideal for perennial borders, adding a burst of color.
Rock Gardens: Suitable for rock gardens due to its compact size.
Containers: Well-suited for container gardening, including pots and hanging baskets.
Maintenance:

Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
Dividing: Can be divided every few years to rejuvenate the plant.
Cut Back: Trim back after flowering to promote tidy growth.
Special Features:

Long-Blooming: ‘Sunrise’ Geum offers an extended flowering period.
Attracts Pollinators: The colorful flowers attract bees and butterflies to the garden.
Deer Resistant: Geums are often resistant to browsing by deer.
Note: Geum ‘Sunrise’ is valued for its vibrant and charming flowers that bring a sunny, warm presence to garden beds and containers. Its low-maintenance nature, adaptability to different garden settings, and attractive blooms make it a popular choice among gardeners. Regular care, including deadheading and occasional division, helps ensure a healthy and floriferous plant.